From Ananda Aromatherapy, pure Coriander Seed essential oil steam distilled from the seeds of Coriander (cilantro) grown in Russia. This is an incredibly beautiful aromatic, perfectly distilled to retain the complexity of the spice. And, we've just added a lovely CO2 distillation, which has more pronounced middle notes. Very highly recommended!*

Coriander Essential Oil is steam distilled from the seeds of a strongly aromatic hardy annual herb, growing about 1 meter high with bright-green leavens and dainty white flower as well as
bunches of fruit that turn from green to brown as they ripen. Native to Europe and Western Asia, naturalized in North America, and cultivated throughout the world, the oil is mainly produced in Russia,
Yugoslavia, and Romania.

Coriander has been a popular aromatic stimulant and culinary spice cultivated for over 3,000 years. Coriander is mentioned in all the medieval medical texts, by the
Greeks, in the Bible, and by early Sanskrit writers. Indigenous to the Holy land, Coriander was compared by the Ancient Hebrews to the manna provided by God to the Children of Israel and was one
of the bitter herbs eaten during Passover. The Ancient Egyptians believed it to the 'secret to happiness' and combined it with fresh garlic in wine to be drunk as an aphrodisiac. In fact, Coriander
seeds were found in the tomb of Ramses II.

The seeds and leaves are widely used in Ayurvedic medicine. A featured herb used in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a tonic of the Stomach and Heart,
the herb in Ancient China was thought to promote longevity and ease pain. Traditionally classified as an herb of protection, Coriander oil imbues a feeling of peace, security, and
steadfastness all of
which are related to the earth element.

Energetically, Coriander oil is warm and dry in nature sharing many of the same digestive, carminative properties as other essential oils distilled from Umbelliferae
plants; caraway and fennel included. In addition, Coriander has a slightly spicy and musky odor that is often described as euphoric and balanced the fire element with a sense of calm joy and
creative energy. Similar to Cardamom, Coriander seed oil strengthens the function of the Spleen-pancreas and Stomach, and therefore invigorates the intellect. Coriander essential oil may help with
respiratory infections, gout, measles, skin conditions (acne, psoriasis, and dermatitis).

Coriander assists in circulating Qi-energy in the Stomach and
inner ecology making it an excellent digestive antispasmodic that is useful in instances of poor appetite, indigestion, nausea, and flatulence. It can also assist in circulating the Qi and dispersing
of cold in cases of painful obstruction-the energetic condition now described as osteoarthritis, neuralgia, and rheumatic pain as well as muscle aches and pains.

Due to its estrogen content, Coriander
oil may regulate and help control pain related to menstruation. Fortifying both the Qi and the nerves, the oil is indicated for general debility, mental fatigue, and nervous exhaustion
as well as headaches and various other generalized stress patterns.

To learn more about the use of all our essential oils, we encourage you to visit The Ananda Apothecary Forums, where you can post questions regarding specific applications of each oil. Questions in the forums are regularly answered by Ananda Apothecary staff, and other experienced aromatherapy practitioners.

Suggested
Uses:

Use on the skin in a carrier, alone or included with other essential oils. May be taken internally in small amounts.

Possible Actions:

Traditionally has been used as a digestive tonic.

Cautions:

Always test a small amount of essential oil first for sensitivity or allergic
reaction. If pregnant, use under a doctor's care.

All oils from Ananda Aromatherapy are therapeutic grade,
meaning they are produced to the highest quality standards possible. Our essential oils are
chosen for their integrity (all chemical constituents important for aromatherapy are intact), ecological
'soundness' (most are organic or wild grown), and wonderful
aromas. You may order a sample of any oil before trying larger amounts. Most samples are about .75ml; exotic oils such as Melissa, Rose, Angelica and Jasmine are only a few drops. Ananda Aromatherapy offers wholesale essential oils direct to you. We forgo the use of separate wholesale and retail tiers in order to keep fine therapeutic grade oils accessible to everyone!

*The FDA has not evaluated the statements on this website. No claims are made as to any medicinal value of this oil or any products from The Ananda Apothecary. The information presented here is for educational purposes of traditional uses and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products. If you have any questions, please call or email us for further information.

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